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Protected Structure designation aims to preserve all parts of the structure, including its interior, all land around it, and any other structures on that land (including boundaries). The designation also applies to all fixtures and fittings forming part of the interior of a protected structure or of any structure on the land around it. External boundary walls, for example rubble stone, wrought and cast-iron railings are also included in the designation.

Yes: Material alteration to a shop, office or industrial building where additional floor area is provided within existing building or building is being subdivided into a number of units for separate occupancy.

Yes: Extension to an existing building other than a dwelling house of greater that 25m2

No: Existing building was damaged/burnt and is being repaired.

No: A material change of use, by itself - see above

Yes: A material change of use involving a material alteration associated with the change of use.

What is a Disability Access Certificate?

A Disability Access Certificate is a certificate granted by a Building Control Authority which certifies compliance of the design of certain works (e.g. new buildings (except dwelling houses), some extensions to, and some material alterations to buildings (except dwelling houses) with the requirements of Part M of the Building Regulations.

Will there be a 7 day Notice or a Regularisation Certificate in respect of the Disability Access Certificate?

There is no need for a 7 day notice in respect of a Disability Access Certifiate, as a Disability Access Certificate is not required prior to commencement - see above.

There is no need for a regularisation certificate as Disability Access Certificate only applies to works commencing from Jan 1 2010 and not retrospectively. A Disability Access Certificate must be acquired prior to opening, operating or occupying a building to which works required a Disability Access Certificate. A Disability Access Certificate can be applied for this purpose.

How do I report a complaint of anti-social behaviour?

Complaints of anti-social behaviour can be made by contacting the section on Tel: 012054700 ext. 4112 or ext. 4183, or 24hr voicemail -2054807, or in writing to,

A Disability Access Certificate is required in respect of the following works to buildings other than dwellings (but including apartment buildings), in so far as the Requirements of Part M apply and which commence or take place on or after 1 January 2010;

(a) works in connection with the design and construction of a new building,

(b) works in connection with the material alteration of—

(i) a day centre,

(ii) a building containing a flat,

(iii) a hotel, hostel or guest building, or

(iv) an institutional building, or

(v) a place of assembly, or

(vi) a shopping centre,

but excluding works to such buildings, consisting solely of minor works,

(c) works in connection with the material alteration of a shop, office or industrial building where —

(i) additional floor area is being provided within the existing building, or

(ii) the building is being subdivided into a number of units for separate occupancy,

(d) works in connection with the extension of a building by more than 25 square metres,

(e) a building as regards which a material change of use takes place, (see note below)

It should be noted in this context, that the Requirements of Part M 2000

• apply to all works in connection with a material alteration or an extension, without requiring any further work to the existing building1,2.

• do not apply to a material change of use, except where a material alteration or extension is associated with the material change of use, in which case refer to the previous point3.

1 Article 11 of the Building Regulations 1997-2008 also stipulates the Regulations apply to every part of a buildings affected by the material alteration or extension but only to the extent of prohibiting any works which would cause a new or greater contravention, in such building.

2 Part M does not apply to works in connection with extensions to and the material alterations of existing dwellings, provided that such works do not create a new dwelling.

3 The Requirements of Part M 2010 due to commence on 1 January 2012 amended Article 13 to include the application of Part M to certain material changes of use. It also amended Article 11 of the Building Regulations to extend the definition of a Material Alteration to include Part M.

What are the main changes?

The main changes are as follows:

A new allocations scheme replaces the Scheme of Letting Priorities. This is available on our website. Housing Allocations Scheme 2011 (pdf -68kb) pdf 123kb

To be eligible for Social Housing Support in the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council area you must either live in the County Council area or have a connection to the area.

You may apply to one Local Authority only. Please see point 6 below in relation to your choice of areas.

You must have a legal right to remain in the State on a long term basis.

You must not own alternative accommodation which could be occupied or sold and the proceeds used to secure other suitable accommodation.

Your net income must be below the thresholds below;

SingleAdult

Two AdultsNo Children

One AdultOne Child

One AdultTwo Children

One AdultThree Children

Two AdultsOne Child

Two AdultsTwo Children

Two AdultsFour or more Children

Three AdultsFour or more Children

€35,000

€36,750

€35,875

€36,750

€37,625

€37,625

€38,500

€40,250

€42,000

What is the fee for a Disability Access Certificate?

The fee is €800 per building.

I am liable for some years?

If you are liable there may be a penalty for late payment..

Is a Disability Access Certificate required prior to submitting a commencement notice?

A person shall not carry out works in contravention of Part M of the Second Schedule to the Building Regulations 2000 or any conditions subject to which a Disability Access Certificate is granted (where a Disability Access Certificate is required).

To avoid potentially expensive remedial work, it would be considered good practice to apply for a DAC at the same time as a Fire Safety Certificate ((FSC) prior to submitting a commencement notice), therefore ensuring that the DAC and any conditions pertaining to it are set out prior to commencement of works.

However, a DAC may be applied for after commencement notice, but in no case shall a building be opened, operated or occupied or permitted to do so unless a DAC has been granted or pending determination of an appeals process.

A commencement notice must be submitted between 14-28 days in advance of work commencing.

If I am eligible to receive social housing support, which areas can I choose?

You may identify up to three housing areas – however, one must be in the Dún Laoghaire Rathdown area. Your other two choices could be in the other Dublin Local Authority areas i.e. Dublin City Council, South Dublin County Council and/or Fingal County Council.

If you so decide, your three choices may all lie within the Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council area.

You may change your choice of housing area once in any twelve month period.

Do I require a Final Grant of Planning Permission before I submit my Commencement Notice?

Yes. Final Grant is required before a commencement notice can be submitted.

I paid NPPR but cannot remember details?

In order for us to assist locating a payment it is best to supply your PPS number and or the NPPR registration number which may have been emailed to you when you paid.

If a proposed development has already been granted planning permission and a FSC prior to 01/01/10, but works have not commenced prior to that date, is a Disability Access Certificate required?

Yes.

Am I eligible for Council Housing?

Criteria for eligibility for Council housing are included in the Council's Allocation Scheme.

Eligibility criteria include:

Need-You must be in genuine need of housing and be unable to provide accommodation from your own resources

Right to live in Ireland-You must have a legal right to remain in the State on a long term basis

Should you refuse two offers of housing within a twelve month period your application will be suspended for twelve months. Your application will be re-activated after this period however this suspension will not count as time on the housing list. You will not be on the Council’s Housing List for the suspension period and will not have access to Choice Based Letting or eligible for any social housing support. Your entitlement to Supplementary Rent Allowance may also be affected .

Popular dlr FAQs

What parts of a protected structure must be preserved?

Protected Structure designation aims to preserve all parts of the structure, including its interior, all land around it, and any other structures on that land (including boundaries). The designation also applies to all fixtures and fittings forming part of the interior of a protected structure or of any structure on the land around it. External boundary walls, for example rubble stone, wrought and cast-iron railings are also included in the designation.

Yes: Material alteration to a shop, office or industrial building where additional floor area is provided within existing building or building is being subdivided into a number of units for separate occupancy.

Yes: Extension to an existing building other than a dwelling house of greater that 25m2

No: Existing building was damaged/burnt and is being repaired.

No: A material change of use, by itself - see above

Yes: A material change of use involving a material alteration associated with the change of use.

What is a Disability Access Certificate?

A Disability Access Certificate is a certificate granted by a Building Control Authority which certifies compliance of the design of certain works (e.g. new buildings (except dwelling houses), some extensions to, and some material alterations to buildings (except dwelling houses) with the requirements of Part M of the Building Regulations.

Will there be a 7 day Notice or a Regularisation Certificate in respect of the Disability Access Certificate?

There is no need for a 7 day notice in respect of a Disability Access Certifiate, as a Disability Access Certificate is not required prior to commencement - see above.

There is no need for a regularisation certificate as Disability Access Certificate only applies to works commencing from Jan 1 2010 and not retrospectively. A Disability Access Certificate must be acquired prior to opening, operating or occupying a building to which works required a Disability Access Certificate. A Disability Access Certificate can be applied for this purpose.

How do I report a complaint of anti-social behaviour?

Complaints of anti-social behaviour can be made by contacting the section on Tel: 012054700 ext. 4112 or ext. 4183, or 24hr voicemail -2054807, or in writing to,

A Disability Access Certificate is required in respect of the following works to buildings other than dwellings (but including apartment buildings), in so far as the Requirements of Part M apply and which commence or take place on or after 1 January 2010;

(a) works in connection with the design and construction of a new building,

(b) works in connection with the material alteration of—

(i) a day centre,

(ii) a building containing a flat,

(iii) a hotel, hostel or guest building, or

(iv) an institutional building, or

(v) a place of assembly, or

(vi) a shopping centre,

but excluding works to such buildings, consisting solely of minor works,

(c) works in connection with the material alteration of a shop, office or industrial building where —

(i) additional floor area is being provided within the existing building, or

(ii) the building is being subdivided into a number of units for separate occupancy,

(d) works in connection with the extension of a building by more than 25 square metres,

(e) a building as regards which a material change of use takes place, (see note below)

It should be noted in this context, that the Requirements of Part M 2000

• apply to all works in connection with a material alteration or an extension, without requiring any further work to the existing building1,2.

• do not apply to a material change of use, except where a material alteration or extension is associated with the material change of use, in which case refer to the previous point3.

1 Article 11 of the Building Regulations 1997-2008 also stipulates the Regulations apply to every part of a buildings affected by the material alteration or extension but only to the extent of prohibiting any works which would cause a new or greater contravention, in such building.

2 Part M does not apply to works in connection with extensions to and the material alterations of existing dwellings, provided that such works do not create a new dwelling.

3 The Requirements of Part M 2010 due to commence on 1 January 2012 amended Article 13 to include the application of Part M to certain material changes of use. It also amended Article 11 of the Building Regulations to extend the definition of a Material Alteration to include Part M.

What are the main changes?

The main changes are as follows:

A new allocations scheme replaces the Scheme of Letting Priorities. This is available on our website. Housing Allocations Scheme 2011 (pdf -68kb) pdf 123kb

To be eligible for Social Housing Support in the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council area you must either live in the County Council area or have a connection to the area.

You may apply to one Local Authority only. Please see point 6 below in relation to your choice of areas.

You must have a legal right to remain in the State on a long term basis.

You must not own alternative accommodation which could be occupied or sold and the proceeds used to secure other suitable accommodation.

Your net income must be below the thresholds below;

SingleAdult

Two AdultsNo Children

One AdultOne Child

One AdultTwo Children

One AdultThree Children

Two AdultsOne Child

Two AdultsTwo Children

Two AdultsFour or more Children

Three AdultsFour or more Children

€35,000

€36,750

€35,875

€36,750

€37,625

€37,625

€38,500

€40,250

€42,000

What is the fee for a Disability Access Certificate?

The fee is €800 per building.

I am liable for some years?

If you are liable there may be a penalty for late payment..

Is a Disability Access Certificate required prior to submitting a commencement notice?

A person shall not carry out works in contravention of Part M of the Second Schedule to the Building Regulations 2000 or any conditions subject to which a Disability Access Certificate is granted (where a Disability Access Certificate is required).

To avoid potentially expensive remedial work, it would be considered good practice to apply for a DAC at the same time as a Fire Safety Certificate ((FSC) prior to submitting a commencement notice), therefore ensuring that the DAC and any conditions pertaining to it are set out prior to commencement of works.

However, a DAC may be applied for after commencement notice, but in no case shall a building be opened, operated or occupied or permitted to do so unless a DAC has been granted or pending determination of an appeals process.

A commencement notice must be submitted between 14-28 days in advance of work commencing.

If I am eligible to receive social housing support, which areas can I choose?

You may identify up to three housing areas – however, one must be in the Dún Laoghaire Rathdown area. Your other two choices could be in the other Dublin Local Authority areas i.e. Dublin City Council, South Dublin County Council and/or Fingal County Council.

If you so decide, your three choices may all lie within the Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council area.

You may change your choice of housing area once in any twelve month period.

Do I require a Final Grant of Planning Permission before I submit my Commencement Notice?

Yes. Final Grant is required before a commencement notice can be submitted.

Can I hold my wedding reception in the Town Hall

No, we do not cater for wedding receptions in the Town Hall

I paid NPPR but cannot remember details?

In order for us to assist locating a payment it is best to supply your PPS number and or the NPPR registration number which may have been emailed to you when you paid.

If a proposed development has already been granted planning permission and a FSC prior to 01/01/10, but works have not commenced prior to that date, is a Disability Access Certificate required?

Yes.

Am I eligible for Council Housing?

Criteria for eligibility for Council housing are included in the Council's Allocation Scheme.

Eligibility criteria include:

Need-You must be in genuine need of housing and be unable to provide accommodation from your own resources

Right to live in Ireland-You must have a legal right to remain in the State on a long term basis

Age-You must be 18 years of age or older

Income – your net income must be below the thresholds below:-

Single Adult: €35,000

2 Adults No Children: €36,750

1 Adult & 1 Child: €35,875

1 Adult & 2 Children: €36,750

2 Adults & 1 Child: €37,625

2 Adults & 2 Children: €38,500

2 Adults & 3 Children: €39,375

2 Adults & 4 or more Children: €40,250

3 Adults & 4 or more Children: €42,000

What happens if I refuse an offer of housing?

Should you refuse two offers of housing within a twelve month period your application will be suspended for twelve months. Your application will be re-activated after this period however this suspension will not count as time on the housing list. You will not be on the Council’s Housing List for the suspension period and will not have access to Choice Based Letting or eligible for any social housing support. Your entitlement to Supplementary Rent Allowance may also be affected .